Compare performance (281 HP vs 71 HP), boot space and price (48,400 £ vs 11,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Ranger or Mitsubishi Space Star?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mitsubishi Space Star is clearly cheaper – starting at 11,600 £ , while the Ford Ranger costs 48,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,791 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Ranger uses 3.1 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Mitsubishi Space Star with 4.9 L/100km. The difference is about 1.8 L/100km.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Ford Ranger offers substantially more power – delivering 281 HP compared to 71 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Ranger is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.7 s, while the Mitsubishi Space Star takes 14.1 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Ranger delivers considerably more torque with 697 Nm compared to 102 Nm. That’s about 595 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi Space Star is significantly lighter – 940 kg compared to 2,405 kg. The difference is around 1,465 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Ford Ranger carries clearly more – 989 kg compared to 400 kg. That’s a difference of about 589 kg.
The Ford Ranger is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Ford Ranger is a workhorse with the manners of a grown-up pickup—practical, tough, and surprisingly civilized on the road. It’s the sort of truck that laughs at mud on the weekend and performs like a sensible daily driver during the week, making it an easy sell for buyers who want capability without theatrics.
detailsThe Mitsubishi Space Star is a tidy, no-nonsense city car that squeezes surprising interior space into a compact, easy-to-park package. It's not a thrill-seeker's toy, but for buyers after low running costs, fuss-free reliability and sensible day-to-day practicality, it's a clever and cheerful choice that keeps your wallet and nerves happy.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
48,400 - 57,500 £
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Price
11,600 - 18,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
3.1 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
42 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
70 - 265 g/km
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co2
112 - 125 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
35 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Pickup
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
4 - 5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,405 - 2,511 kg
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Curb weight
940 - 1,011 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
209 - 235 L
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Length
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Length
3,845 mm
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Width
1,918 mm
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Width
1,665 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,505 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
881 - 912 L
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Payload
845 - 989 kg
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Payload
359 - 400 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel, Plug-in Hybrid
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manual, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
240 - 281 HP
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Power HP
71 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
14.1 - 15.8 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
163 - 167 km/h
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Torque
600 - 697 Nm
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Torque
102 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
177 - 207 kW
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Power kW
52 kW
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Engine capacity
2,261 - 2,993 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,193 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,020 - 2,022
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
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Brand
Ford
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Brand
Mitsubishi
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